A patient with a lower-limb fracture is using a bedpan and has difficulty passing stool. Which intervention is most appropriate if not contraindicated?
Correct answer: B. Encourage fluids, fibre, and prescribed activity
- A. Restrict oral fluids to reduce bedpan use
- B. Encourage fluids, fibre, and prescribed activity
- C. Give repeated laxatives without an assessment
- D. Keep the patient fasting until bowel movement occurs
Explanation
Immobility, reduced fluid intake, and analgesics commonly contribute to constipation, so fluids, dietary fibre, and permitted activity are appropriate preventive measures. Fluid restriction, unsupervised laxative use, and fasting do not correct the usual causes.
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Covers fractures, dislocations, arthritis, osteoporosis, joint replacement, spinal disorders and complications of immobility. It includes neurovascular assessment, traction and cast care, mobility assistance, pain control, prevention of pressure injuries and deep vein thrombosis, and the difference between compartment syndrome and ordinary postoperative swelling.
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